Exceptional EA
a resource for assistants around the globe, published since 2013 by international trainer Shelagh Donnelly
Category: Managing Up
Weekend Poll Results: Guess Who Has More Experience in the C-Suite?
With thanks to all who participated, here are your responses to my question … Have you ever worked with a rookie executive? Almost half have worked with their principal for three years or less 46.5% of respondents reported that they’ve worked…
Read MoreWeekend Poll: Have You Ever Supported A Rookie Executive?
We’ve focused lately on how organisations can support admin. professionals who are new to their role, and it occurs to me that it would be interesting to turn the table. Many of us have worked with a principal/executive who is new to the organisation. If you’ve…
Read MoreWeekend Poll: Does Your Communication Style Perpetuate Office Hierarchies?
What are we talking about this weekend? Office hierarchies, and subtle means by which a sense of rank is perpetuated. How so? Let’s start with a look at the contact lists you or your colleagues prep and circulate throughout your organisation. Many readers update or receive…
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